Deim Seminar
Title
Detecting hidden layers in networks
Conferenciant
Prof Lucas Lacasa
Professor/a organitzador/a
Alex Arenas
Institution
University Queen Mary of London
Date
16-01-2018 12:00
Summary
The architecture of many complex systems is well described by multiplex interaction networks, and their dynamics is often the result of several intertwined processes taking place at different levels. However only in a few cases can such multi-layered architecture be empirically observed, as one usually only has experimental access to such structure from an aggregated projection. A fundamental question is thus to determine whether the hidden underlying architecture of complex systems is better modelled as a single interaction layer or results from the aggregation and interplay of multiple layers. In this talk I will show that, by only using local information provided by a random walker navigating the aggregated network, it is possible to decide in a robust way if the underlying structure is a multiplex and, in the latter case, to determine the most probable number of layers. The proposed methodology would also allow to select the optimal architecture capable of reproducing non-Markovian dynamics taking place on networks, such as human or animal mobility. Applications of this Methodology in biophysics are finally discussed.
Place
Laboratori 231
Language
Anglès
